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A Seddon athlete with an uplifting tale is taking her talents back to the world stage. Margherita Coppolino will join Team Australia at the World Dwarf Games in Canada in August, hoping to add more medals to the gold and silver she collected in the sport of boccia in 2013. As well as backing up in boccia, Coppolino will be compete in power lifting for the first time. “I’m turning 57 at the games, I thought I would take up power lifting as a challenge,” she said. “I train three times a week at Exercise Room in Footscray – the weight training has been really good for me.” Coppolino is hoping to raise the profile of people with short stature in a bid to convince sports authorities to take their wish to be included in organised sports more seriously. “We have short-statured people who actually run marathons, as well as being involved in swimming and power lifting and basketball,” she said. “Sport is really important for people feeling isolation or with mental health issues – it has pulled me out of some very dark places.” The seventh World Dwarf Games will be held from August 5-12 in Ontario, Canada. Benjamin Millar
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of the school’s facilities were more than 100 years old. “The school’s facilities are in need of an upgrade and this budget contribution will help get this work started,” he said. Principal Jackie Green said the school had not received budget funding for many years. She said the money would kick-start a plan to refurbish classrooms, demolish and replace one of the old timber buildings and build a new gymnasium. “Our school community has been growing a bit over the past few years and, with the school council, we’ve been working on a plan to upgrade our facilities,” she said. “The funding’s going to give us the opportunity to upgrade those older buildings into a more modern
learning environment.” Under a $2 billion boost first announced in December, Footscray will gain four new police officers while Altona North station will be upgraded. Inspector Michelle Young said a new police station within Hobsons Bay would be a community asset. “Although very much in the early phases of planning, I’m confident that the new police station will be designed to ensure that it meets Victoria Police needs now and heading into the future,” she said. The M80 ring road will be widened from end to end by 2021 and the Princes Freeway Bridge over Railway Avenue at Altona Meadows will be upgraded.
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Footscray Hospital will be rebuilt from scratch on the back of a $50 million funding allocation in the 2017-18 state budget. The funds, announced on Tuesday, will be used to develop a business case, start design work and purchase nearby land if it is required. Health Minister Jill Hennessy said the hospital no longer met the needs of a rapidly growing community. “The business case will identify the best way to deliver a new hospital for Footscray – either a rebuild from the ground up on the existing site, or on a new location,” she said.
Footscray MP Marsha Thomson welcomed the funding, while Greens MP Colleen Hartland said the rebuild was well overdue. Western Health board chair Bronwyn Pike said rebuilding the hospital had long been a top priority for the community. “Footscray Hospital has been at the heart of our community for 60 years, and so we are thrilled that it will soon become the world-class, modern facility that our patients deserve,” she said. Urgent works will also be carried out on the existing hospital, built in the 1950s. The budget also delivers $1.4 million to Spotswood Primary School for the first stage of a $4 million upgrade. Williamstown MP Wade Noonan said some 1219971-HM10-16
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Council is pleased to deliver a proposed Annual Budget 2017-18 and proposed Council Plan 2017-21 that strongly invests and plans for our community’s infrastructure, programs and services. Over 1,400 community contributions from those who live, work, study and play in our City have informed the development of the proposed Council Plan 2017-21.
EVENTS CALENDAR Every Tuesday from 2 May - 20 June, 3:30-6pm Phoenix Youth Hub, 72 Buckley Street, Footscray Free cooking classes and dinner for 15-24 years olds. Learn how to cook low-cost meals in a fun and relaxed environment.
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We would like to thank everyone who provided their contributions during consultations at festivals and events, through feedback postcards, our website consultation platform and community workshops.
Take the opportunity to ask questions about the proposed Council Budget 2017/2018. CEO Stephen Wall and Council’s Executive Team will be available to provide live responses to questions.
In the next four years, the proposed Council Plan will help to guide the use of Council resources and services. This will ensure that we can reach our full potential in all aspects of community life.
Participants are encouraged to review the proposed Council Budget 2017/18 to prepare questions at www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Our proposed Annual Budget 2017-18 invests $134 million into the community aspirations and needs that are Â–Â…Â†Â‰Â‹Â–ÂŹÂ†Â…Â‘Â–Â‰Â‘ÂˆÂ•ÂŒÂ‘Â¤ÂˆÂ•Â‰Â˜Â–Â˘Â‘ÂżÂ˘ÂŽÂ‰Ă€Â‘ Some of the highlights of our proposed Annual Budget 2017-18 include: •
$1.5 million to construct a new Church Street Children’s Centre in West Footscray to meet the needs of our growing community
• $1.1million to construct a regional playground as part of implementing the Footscray Park Masterplan
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• $700,000 to plant 1,895 trees to keep our City green Our proposed Budget aims to keep costs down and plan for our future. Council is committed to ensuring it is adaptable, progressive and invests in the bright future of our City. We are looking forward to meeting community needs and continuing the growth of the City of Maribyrnong. To view the proposed Annual Budget and proposed Council Plan visit our website and provide feedback via the submissions process by 5pm on 25 May 2017. Cr Catherine Cumming Mayor of the City of Maribyrnong
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ECO CORNER Subscribe to the Sustainable Living Maribyrnong e-newsletter that comes out bi-monthly and provides updates on environment and sustainability issues in our municipality or like our Sustainable Living Maribyrnong Facebook page. Council will host a Growing Mushroom workshop as part of the My Smart Garden program in June. The workshop will …†‡ˆ‰Š‹ŒŽ‹†‘’ˆ“‘‹ˆ‘”Œˆ“‘‡•Š’Œˆˆ‡Š‘–‰‘Ž‘—Ž”‘•Š–‰”‘˜ˆ™††‘ grinds and include a delicious light supper featuring mushrooms. To contribute and subscribe to the e-newsletter email: email@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Tuesday 16, 6.30pm, Ordinary Council Tuesday 23, 6.30pm, City Development Special Committee Friday 26, 8am, Inner Melbourne Action Plan Implementation Committee, Council Meeting Room Level 2, City of Melbourne Administration Building, Swanston Street
Tuesday 13, 6.30pm, Enterprise Maribyrnong Special Committee ÂĄÂ†Â†Â‹Â–Â‰Â”ÂŠÂ‘ÂŽÂŒÂ†Â‘Â’Â†Â˘Â…Â‘ÂŽÂ‹Â‘Â‹Â’Â†Â‘ÂĄÂŽÂŒÂ–Â—ÂŁÂŒÂ‰ÂˆÂ‰Â”Â‘Â¤ÂˆÂ•Â‰Â˜Â–Â˘Â‘ÂĽÂŚÂ˜Â†ÂŠÂ§Â‘ corner Hyde and Napier Streets, Footscray. Agendas are available via Council’s website the Friday before a meeting at www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/meetings
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3 and 31 May, 28 June, 4-5pm Footscray Library, 56 Paisley Street, Footscray An imaginative session of themed craft activities for children 5-12 years of age. More info: www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/library 12-13 May, various times Footscray Community Arts Centre and Phoenix Youth Hub, Footscray The Human Rights Arts & Film Festival explores diverse and inspiring Â’Â•Â‡ÂŽÂ‰Â‘ÂŠÂ‹ÂˆÂŒÂ–Â†ÂŠÂ‘Â‹Â’ÂŒÂˆÂ•Â”Â’Â‘ÂŹÂ˘Â‡Â§Â‘ art, music and forums.
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More info: www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/festivalcity  Â? Â? 13-14 May, Saturday 10am-11pm, Sunday 10am-4pm 60 Maribyrnong Street, Footscray Blacksmithing demonstrations, talks, live music, fresh food and cold Belgian beer can be enjoyed at this family friendly and free event. More info: http://watersidemetalart.org Â? 20 May, 1-6pm, Nicholson Street, Footscray A unique African Australian street festival that includes performances, cultural workshops, creative kids activities, business tours and a fashion parade. More info: www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/festivalcity Â? Â? 27 May, 17 June, 22 July, 9am-1pm Depart from Footscray Train Station The free traditional rickshaw rides will weave their way in and around Footscray, human powered by Victoria University sports students. More info: www.maribyrnong.vic.gov. au/festivalcity Â?  Â? 31 May, 2:30-4pm, Braybrook Library, 107-109 Churchill Avenue, Braybrook Free information session about how to create a resume and cover letter. Learn about interview skills, key selection criteria and LinkedIn tips. More info: www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/library  €€ Â? €€ ‚ 2-11 June, various times and locations Experience inspired Ethio-jazz stylings, laid-back beats, ÂˆÂ˘Â…ÂłÂŠÂ˜Â’ÂˆÂˆÂ˘Â‘Â´Â•Â‰ÂľÂ‘ÂŽÂ‰Â…Â‘ÂŠÂˆÂ•Â˘ÂłÂ–Â‰ÂśÂ†Â˜Â‹Â†Â…Â‘Â”ÂŒÂˆÂˆÂˇÂ†ÂŠÂ‘ÂŽÂŠÂ‘Â¸ÂŽÂŒÂ‹Â‘ÂˆÂ´Â‘Â‹Â’Â†Â‘ 2017 Melbourne International Jazz Festival. More info: www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/festivalcity
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Council approves Dutch treat By Benjamin Millar Two Maribyrnong councillors travelling to the Netherlands to study cycling have denied claims the $20,000 trip is a junket. Mayor Catherine Cumming and deputy mayor Sarah Carter will join an “active transport” study tour in June, and have argued the trip is important despite the pair not being regular cyclists. Facing a social media backlash, Cr Cumming cited the recent deaths of two cyclists in Maribyrnong as her trigger for the tour, while Cr Carter said the council needed to understand where it should direct cycling spending.
In moving a motion at last Wednesday’s council meeting to support the June 5-9 study tour, Cr Sarah Carter said the council has been underspending compared to other inner-Melbourne councils. “We have been criticised, and rightly so, for our lacklustre investment in cycling infrastructure,” she said. “We need to learn from the experience of other communities which have achieved great success.” Cr Carter said Maribyrnong is the only inner-Melbourne council not to have sent councillors or staff on the tour and that it would mark the first council-paid overseas trip for either councillor.
Cr Cuc Lam, who seconded the motion, said she would like to see a public presentation on the trip’s findings when the councillors returned. Cr Mia McGregor said she commended the motion, but acknowledged there has been community backlash against the trip. “I would very much hope to see we make a significant investment and that they come back with some very strong best-practice solutions.” Speaking against the motion, Cr Martin Zakharov said it was debatable whether there was value in sending two councillors instead of a council officer. “Two years ago it was in Adelaide and it’s
a shame no-one thought about going to this when it was in Adelaide, at a significantly lower cost,” he said. “My concern is that $20,000 is quite a lot of money … whether this is the best way of gaining this information is debatable.” Mayor Catherine Cumming said the study tour came across her desk a week before mother-of-two Arzu Baglar was killed while cycling in Yarraville. “Then the death occurred and I felt compelled to do this. I thought as a mother of five, as well as being mayor, how do I actually stop other people dying? “I know this is not a junket.”
Here comes the bride, and another ... Cherished memories will be on display in an exhibition of wedding dresses at Williamstown’s Holy Trinity Anglican Church for Mother’s Day. Organiser, Williamstown’s Barbara Phoenix, said she was inspired after taking a group of local women to Rippon Lea for an exhibition of gowns through the ages. “I asked casually if any of them still had their wedding dresses,” she said. “I was very surprised to hear many did, so ever since I’ve wanted to find a way to display them.” The exhibition will be held on Mother’s Day weekend as part of the National Trust Heritage Festival. “Our earliest dress is being loaned to us by the Williamstown Historical Society and was worn on January 1, 1900, and we have dresses from every decade from then until the present day,” Ms Phoenix said. “I’ve been shocked by how many people have become so excited about getting their dresses into the exhibition. “We’ve got dresses that were handmade during the ’40s after the war and after the Depression. “Some of the dresses are not in great shape but it’s the fabrics and the textures that are really lovely.” Visitors to the exhibition, from 2-5pm on May 13 and 14, will be able to take home a piece of wedding cake, and enjoy live music and refreshments. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 concession and free for children, with proceeds going to the Cancer Council. Goya Dmytryshchak
Erotique Adult Centre was broken into last week. (Supplied)
Goods stolen in sex shop raid Desperate burglars have broken into a Williamstown North adult store in the early hours of Wednesday. The thieves smashed their way into Erotique Adult Centre in Kororoit Creek Road at 3.45am. Senior Detective Constable Rob Luri,of the Altona North crime investigation unit said about $2000 worth of items were stolen. “It appears that offenders have broken into the store and stolen a variety of sex items from the store and then left. “They just smashed their way in via the glass front panelling.” He said it did not appear the burglary was linked to other crimes involving the theft of synthetic cannabis. “We’ve still got to gather evidence as far as the CCTV in the area, but as far as the items stolen it’s just basically general variety sex toys.” A representative of the store declined to comment. Anyone with information should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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Safe landing for Footscray icon By Benjamin Millar
Luke Donnellan, Parks Victoria chief executive Bill Jackson and Marsha Thomson at Henderson House Landing. (Benjamin Millar)
The iconic Henderson House Landing in Footscray will be rebuilt from scratch following an $800,000 commitment from the state government. The Maribyrnong River wharf has been closed to the public for more than a year due to safety concerns, following its partial collapse last February. Last June about 100 people attended a public rally organised by the Footscray Riverside Action Group (FRAG) urging the government to rebuild the wharf.
Visiting the site on Friday, Ports Minister Luke Donnellan said he would like to see local residents, recreational fishers and boaters enjoying the landing again. “We’re delighted that Henderson House Landing will be restored to its previous condition – preserving such an iconic connection to the river,” he said. Footscray MP Marsha Thomson said wood from the collapsed wharf will be made available for local artists to recycle into a public sculpture reflecting the site’s heritage. “We all know the beauty of this part of the river and this is a hub of activity with the arts
centre just up there,” she said. “For me this is about saying that being outdoors, being able to get together as a community is so crucially important.” FRAG president Sharman Williamson said it had been a long wait but the group is happy with the outcome. “Especially now, we feel with all the construction that is going up and about 4000 new residents, this green space and the access to the river is more important than ever,” she said. The rebuild will begin in July and is expected to be complete by February.
When history speaks Former premier and chair of the ANZAC Centenary Committee, Ted Baillieu is among speakers visiting Williamstown this month, as a touring exhibition recounting personal stories from WWI makes its last stop. The Writing the War exhibition, at Williamstown library from May 5 to June 25, features the stories told through letters and photos of seven ordinary Australians: a nurse, bank clerk, farmer, sports master, journalist, artist and activist. Mr Baillieu will give a talk on WWI commander, General Sir John Monash, at Williamstown Town Hall on May 23. “We’re telling a story about Sir John Monash but we’re also trying to highlight that anybody and everybody has connections to our original Anzacs,” Mr Baillieu said. Mr Baillieu’s grandfather, Captain William Johnstone Knox, was an artillery officer who received the Military Cross.
“My grandfather survived Gallipoli and survived Fromelles but was killed in the battle of Ypres in August 1917, so it’s coming up to the centenary of his death,” Mr Baillieu said. Also speaking in Williamstown is award-winning historian Ross McMullin, talking about Australia’s worst 24 hours on the Fromelles battlefields. Williamstown library is hosting sessions for people to trace their WWI family history and digitally preserve their photos. Williamstown Historical Society president Brian Haynes will lead walks through the suburb’s streets visiting the former homes of some of the local WWI soldiers. For all events and bookings, visit libraries. hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/library-events/747writing-the-war Goya Dmytryshchak
Ted Baillieu holds the medals awarded to his grandfather during WWI. (Pat Scala)
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Fully at home in Williamstown Walter and Brenda were never exactly friends. They didn’t see themselves as having much in common. Walter preferred smoking on his verandah, while Brenda spent afternoons sharing a cuppa with the ladies. Danny Stevens, manager of Wintringham Williamstown aged care hostel, takes up the story. “During the years at the hostel, however, Walter and Brenda quietly learned to respect each other’s contribution to the lively community each called home,” he says.
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- Danny Stevens “Brenda was the first to laugh and congratulate Walter when he started to dress up as Santa at the hostel Christmas parties. And Walter shed genuine tears of sorrow when Brenda died after a short illness. “She had grown up, purchased a home and raised a family in Williamstown before moving to Williamstown hostel, where she was happy to still feel part of the wider Williamstown community. “Her family were so impressed by the care she’d received at the Williamstown hostel, they donated an amazing formal fountain, which now adorns the entrance to the hostel.” Wintringham Williamstown is unique among the stable of Wintringham facilities dotted around Melbourne. It was established in partnership with the Williamstown council in 1993, with the agreement that local people would always be given preferential admission.
The grounds at Wintringham Williamstown and, inset, Walter and Brenda. (Pictures: supplied)
About half of the Wintringham Williamstown residents come from Wintringham’s traditional target group older Victorians who might otherwise face homelessness. “Walter had been in this cohort,” Mr Stevens adds, “though he has called the Williamstown
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Distress in Little Africa By Benjamin Millar Artist impression of 32 Maddox Street, Newport. (Supplied)
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Assaults, foul language and rampant drug use are destroying efforts to revitalise Footscray’s Little Africa, according to traders. African Australian Small Business Association president Mohamed Abdulrahman said that despite the best efforts of business owners, the situation had been spiralling out of control in recent months as pleas for help fell on deaf ears. “There is a big issue with people using needles and shooting up,” he said. “We believe Footscray needs to take its fair share of the burden, but at the same time we strongly believe more needs to be done for safety.” Mr Abdulrahman (pictured) said particular concerns were held about children being exposed to drug use and drinking around the business hub on Nicholson Street. “There is a family day care centre in there and we have serious concerns about the safety,” he said. “It’s really scary that people are shooting their drugs in that area. “They are not locals – they come from other suburbs. They attract each other to the area, exchanging information about where they got it cheap and that sort of thing.” A petition signed by more than 170 traders and customers was presented to last week’s Maribyrnong Council meeting claims businesses are being harmed as people avoid the area. “We are local traders, ratepayers and voters who expect immediate action and Aussie Fair go!” the petition says. Mr Abdulrahman said the issue required better co-operation between traders, police, health providers and Maribyrnong council.
“I think the council need a better policy,” he said. “I feel that they are not doing everything they can to support the new demographic and seeing the potential of newly arrived migrants. “They could be doing more about the needles and the cleanliness and tidiness of the street.
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They have spent a lot on the graffiti, but it seems like they are totally ignoring this other issue – that is why the petition was sent to them.” Maribyrnong councillors resolved to request the chief executive consider the petition and determine the appropriate response.
A two-storey childcare centre in the midst of residential homes has been approved on appeal to the state’s planning tribunal. The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal granted Basic Element Pty Ltd a permit to build a centre for 122 children at 32-34 Maddox Road. Twenty six basement parking spaces are provided. Hobsons Bay council last August refused the proposal on grounds including the centre being inconsistent with a general residential zone, that it was an overdevelopment, would unreasonably impact residential amenity and had inadequate parking. Residents also objected saying it would lead to overlooking, overshadowing, noise, on-street car parking and traffic. VCAT member Geoffrey Rundell said a child care centre was acceptable in a residential area. “I am satisfied that the childcare centre before me would be highly likely to serve local needs,” he said. The centre will operate from 6.30am-7pm Monday to Friday. Goya Dmytryshchak
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Altona Meadows filmmaker Aaron Lester Ellis has won the best film award at the Setting Sun Short Film Festival for his film, Spill. Robert Fantozzi and Conor Woods won the People’s Choice Award with their Autocarrot.
Victory for St Augustine’s Young soccer stars of the future have had a ball with some of their favourite Melbourne Victory stars in Yarraville. Male players Marco Rojas, Alan Baro and Mitch Austin (pictured), along with female star Gulcan Koca, put 60 grade 1 and 2 pupils through their paces in a recent clinic at St Augustine’s Primary School. The school visit was won by parent Joel Hitt, an employee of Melbourne Victory energy partner AGL Energy, which ran a competition. The stars stayed late at the school following the clinic to answer questions and sign autographs for their young fans. Benjamin Millar
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Footscray back in the frame with new cinema Decades after the closure of its grand theatres, the stars are aligning for a permanent return of cinematic screenings to Footscray. Michael Smith, owner of Yarraville’s Sun Theatre, has confirmed he plans to open a new cinema complex in the heart of Footscray as part of the redevelopment of the former Forges site on Albert Street. Mr Smith said the new cinema will feature up to eight screens within the Banco Group development as approved by Maribyrnong council at last week’s council meeting. “We have been in discussions with [director Mario LoGiudice] from Banco Group for two years now,” he said. “We are really excited by the proposal. It’s a new building so it won’t be quite like The Sun, but we really think we can do something that is pretty special and will have its own feel.” Mr Smith said rather than simply double up with the Sun Theatre, the new cinema will provide greater flexibility. “We will have eight screens at Yarraville and eight screens at Footscray, 16 screens altogether, which is going to give us the opportunity to increase the range of films we show, to show more arthouse films,” he said. The cinema will be part of a $70 million complex that includes a supermarket, retail spaces, 120-place nursing home and more than 200 apartments. Mr Smith is hopeful the project will breathe new life into Footscray in the way The Sun Theatre proved a catalyst for Yarraville’s renewal when it re-opened in 2003. “At the time a lot of people asked ‘why would you want to open in Yarraville?’ but we have loved that journey,” he said.
Sun Theatre owner Michael Smith plans to open a new cinema complex. (Damjan Janevski)
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School stamps its place By Goya Dmytryshchak St Mary’s Primary School in Williamstown has the rare honour of having its own postmark for the month of May to mark its 175th anniversary. Principal Jim Sheedy and children on Monday visited the post office in Douglas Parade to mail the first envelope stamped with the shield emblem of the state’s oldest continuously operating school. Mr Sheedy said that it was the first time a Williamstown school had its own postmark.
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Historically, Williamstown postmarks have all been naval themed, with Prince William being the sole exception. “Kids need to know their place and they need to know their story,” he said. “Our story as a school is very significant in the history of Williamstown - as with all of our schools. “The month we were formed, the principal of the day observed the Indigenous community meeting down at the botanic gardens because they had to leave their country because of the invasion that they were confronted with.
“Mary MacKillop was born the same year that our school was established and then she was here all those years later putting her sisters in the school ... I have copies of her diaries related to the school. “We have fire drills now - in the Second World War they had air-raid drills where they jumped into bomb shelters that had been dug on Maclean Reserve [opposite the school].” An open day, for past and present students and the wider community, will be held at the school on May 21 from 12.30pm-4pm.
New alarms, traffic signals and variable signs will be installed on the approach to the notorious Napier Street Bridge in a bid to cut the number of over-height trucks striking the Footscray railway overpass. The state government will spend $1.1 million on a safety upgrade that will include alarms that notify authorities and automatic number plate technology to capture the details of drivers disobeying the four-metre height limit. The government is seeking expressions of interest to develop new technology that will alert drivers as they approach the bridge and direct them towards alternate routes. There are already 28 advance warning signs and five height detection devices around the bridge, which has been struck 67 times since 2005. The announcement comes after another peak-hour crash last Monday in which a container truck blocked outbound traffic and caused extensive delays on the train network. Maribyrnong Truck Action Group secretary Martin Wurt said the funding showed the government knew there was a problem, but he argued the solution was cutting the number of trucks using the route by directing them to the freeway network. “I don’t know whether more bells and whistles will stop this happening,” he said. Benjamin Millar
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Above: Local Blacksmiths Bruce Rasmussen, Estebaan Dante and Christian Groves. Left: Rasmussen with the tools of the trade. (Pictures: Damjan Janevski)
Heavy metal festival By Benjamin Millar Californian artist blacksmith Shawn Lovell will join some of Australia’s most talented hot metal workers when the 2017 Blacksmith’s Festival fires up in Footscray next weekend. The free family-friendly festival on the banks of the Maribyrnong River will feature blacksmithing demonstrations, talks, live
music and fresh food, along with plenty of Belgian and local beers. One of country’s largest gatherings of blacksmiths and metal artists, the May 13-14 event will be held at Footscray’s Waterside Metal Art Studio, hosted by the Waterside Blacksmithing and Metal Art Association. San Francisco-based Lovell will be showing
why she is considered one of the most talented full-time female artist blacksmiths in the US, plying her craft alongside local artists Estebaan Dante, Bruce Rasmussen and Jack Wylestone. Waterside Blacksmithing and Metal Art Association president Steve Phillips said the festival also aimed to share ideas in the blacksmithing and metal artist community.
“Through this festival, we bring some of Australia’s finest artist blacksmiths to Footscray to provide the general public a unique opportunity to see how blacksmithing is now being incorporated in the generation of contemporary metal art.” The official launch will take place at 5pm Saturday, including the ignition of a six-metre high fireball from the depths of the Maribyrnong River. See live demonstrations, hand-forged bubble blowers and live music by four-piece band La Rumba, from 4.30-6pm Saturday. Maribyrnong mayor Catherine Cumming said the council is pleased to support festivals that celebrate the community’s rich culture and creativity. “This is one of the largest gatherings of blacksmiths in Australia, so don’t miss out on opportunity to celebrate an age-old practice that has been all but lost in the modern day society,” Cr Cumming said.
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Homeless homes launch on hold By Benjamin Millar Plans to build almost 60 new units to house the homeless in Footscray and Maidstone have been delayed as a group of residents take their fight against the project to VCAT. Maribyrnong councillors last week granted unanimous planning approval for the final three of the nine Ballarat Road sites slated by Launch Housing to house 57 new relocatable homes. Launch chief executive Tony Keenan said everything was in place to proceed with the $5 million project, but the service would
wait on the outcome of the VCAT appeal. “We are very happy that the councillors unanimously supported the council recommendation, and have been contacted by a number of residents who are supportive of this project,” he said. “We are very confident the planning applications meet all the guidelines. There have been a small minority of residents who have been opposed and we have taken on board any legitimate planning concerns.” Resident Katherine Gow told last week’s council meeting the entire planning process should be restarted as Launch had created
a false impression of a partnership with the council by using the council’s logo on its advertising material. Mayor Catherine Cumming conceded the use of the logo was unfortunate but assured objectors the decision to support the project has been made on purely planning grounds. Mr Keenan said he rejected suggestions made by opponents that the housing was of poor quality and would lead to the stigmatisation of residents. “It’s designed by an award-winning architect and we have listened to all the issues that have been raised,” he said.
“I think people haven’t taken the time to understand that it’s not temporary housing; it’s relocatable but it will be there for as long as we have the land. “When you are doing any housing project for people who are poor and struggling, it brings out this opposition, but I’m surprised to find it in Footscray.” Mr Keenan said Launch was keen to start building the units and will use the project as a model for under-used land across Victoria. “It’s a very important pilot, we have a housing crisis in this city and initiatives like this are taking place around the world.”
Busy bees hit local park All things creepy and crawly went under the magnifying glass at the recent Bug Detectives Nature Play school holiday event at Pipemakers Park. More than 70 children and parents came together to learn about frogs, bugs, birds and all creatures great and small that call the riverside Maribyrnong park home. Sessions included a talk about river and bushland plants and animals, followed by activities including bug hunting with jars, field guides and magnifying glasses. The event was held as part of Nature Play week, an event encouraging children to reconnect with nature and the outdoors. It was run as part of Maribyrnong Council’s environmental education program, and was in partnership with Leap into Nature with support from Melbourne Water and Green Army members.
Maribyrnong mayor Catherine Cumming said the council is committed to environmental education, including teaching the community about the importance of biodiversity and conservation. “The earlier we can get people interested in these topics the better which is why activities like Bug Detectives are so important, not to mention fun,” she said. “It makes sense then that we encourage children to spend time outside, for their benefit and the benefit of our environment.” Bug Detectives will return to local libraries for the July school holidays. Benjamin Millar Bugs were the centre of attention at the Bug Detectives’ nature day. (Supplied) 12350669-RC18-17
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Truck ban, space bid in limbo By Benjamin Millar Spotswood residents seeking more open space and a ban on trucks as a trade-off for the impact of the West Gate Tunnel project are being left in the dark over whether their wishes will be met. Star Weekly last month reported 24/7 truck bans would be introduced in Footscray and Yarraville once the $5.5 billion project was completed in 2022. The toll road project includes twin tunnels beneath Yarraville, from the West Gate Freeway
to the Maribyrnong River, and an elevated freeway above Footscray Road to CityLink and the city. Roads Minister Luke Donnellan told Star Weekly it was too soon to consider the further truck bans wanted by Spotswood residents. “Everybody wants truck bans right now,” he said. “But what do I do – say, ‘Don’t worry we’ll just get rid of industry’, and wish it away? “We can’t just suddenly bring industry to its knees, because it means employment for people; that’s the difficulty.”
Mr Donnellan said it was easy for people to get angry very quickly, but the issue was complex. “We’ve got to build the infrastructure, then we’ll look at the truck bans, then we’ll look at what other measures we need to undertake,” he said. “People have got to be patient. We’ll work through those things. “There’s only one party offering a solution and that’s the Labor Party. “Some people are offering a protest,
others are offering bugger all, but we’ll do it properly.” Western suburbs Greens MP Colleen Hartland, who addressed a community forum hosted by Spotswood South Kingsville Residents Group last Thursday night, said Transurban’s new toll road would attract thousands more trucks onto local streets. “That’s great for Transurban’s bottom line, but what about our community? If you think the truck problem is bad now, the worst is yet to come.”
Pub’s pig factor a win for schools A Footscray pub is ploughing profits from a pork-themed party into a pair of local primary schools. The Plough Hotel raised $2400 from its recent Melbourne Food and Wine festival event, Pigs, Pots and Pinots. Chef Scott Thomas cooked a menu of porky goodness using Western Plains pigs matched with pots and pints from West City Brewing and pinot from Shadowfax Wines. Plough manager Ben Foster said the event was a celebration of the western suburbs. “We raised $1200 each for Footscray and Footscray West Primary Schools,” he said. The Plough will host a Good Beer Week event, The Great Curry Beer Match, with local cooks and brewers cooking eight curries with matched beers on Saturday, May 20. Details: goodbeerweek.com.au Benjamin Millar
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New Aitken Street bid rejected By Goya Dmytryshchak
Plans for 27 Aitken Street, Williamstown. (Supplied)
Hobsons Bay council has rejected plans for a four-storey, 27-dwelling apartment block at 27 Aitken Street in Williamstown. Aitken Properties Pty Ltd had applied to demolish the existing single-level industrial building to develop the site. The plans include 26 basement parking spaces. Eighty one objections were received by the council, with the leading issues relating to
neighbourhood character, heritage, height and bulk, parking, traffic, overshadowing, overlooking, noise and internal amenity concerns. A previous application for the site was refused by the council and subsequently rejected on appeal to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) in September. A special planning committee comprising three councillors last Thursday was split. Councillors Angela Altair and
Michael Grech voted against the plans, while Cr Jonathon Marsden voted in favour. Grounds for refusal included the planned building being an overdevelopment of the site and having “unacceptable” car parking allocation. The committee ruled that the proposal was “inconsistent with heritage provisions in the Hobsons Bay planning scheme”. The developer will appeal the council’s refusal at VCAT.
Prime land sells for $6.5 million A high-profile western suburb investment bought 11 years ago by a consortium including the late Herman Rockefeller, who died following a notorious 2010 homicide, has sold off-market. At 20-42 Simcock Avenue, Spotswood, the 1.56 hectare block is beneath the West Gate Bridge on its descent towards Williamstown Road. For years the property has been the Spotswood Terminal of Cootes Transport, controlled by Mark Rowsthorn’s trucking company McAleese, which went into voluntary administration last August. It sold for $6.5 million as a development site to another consortium including directors of Victoria’s Raine and Horne Commercial business who are also builders. JLL represented the Rockefeller family including Herman’s brother Robert. Marc Pallisco/Fairfax Media
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MY PLACE Portugese-born Joaquim De Amorim, “Jack” to his mates, has grown trees every place he has lived. He speaks with Goya Dmytryshchak.
I moved to Australia – to Sydney – in 1983 from Porto in Portugal. I moved to Altona Meadows about three years ago – in June/July it will be three years. When I moved to Australia I had to start working straight away so I didn’t get to go to school. Now I have a chance to come back to school here at Laverton Community Hub to learn English better. What do you like about this area? I like that the train station is there and it is so quick to get to the city from here. I like coming to the Laverton Community Hub to learn English. What I like about living in Altona Meadows is that it’s a quiet place with good parks and good shops. What would you change? Nothing! I have six grandchildren here – my daughter is here. What’s your favourite cafe/eatery? I like the Italian place near Central Square, La Porchetta. I like it because it has everything, not just pizza, and it has places for the kids to play.
Can you tell us about the workshop you are in today about growing your own food? I think it is very good and interesting for the people here. I grow food at home myself – and lots of flowers too. My wife likes to grow flowers. When I was born in the country my mother had chickens and we grew potatoes – every year we planted potatoes. I had chickens when I lived in Sydney too but they have too much smell and bring in flies, so we don’t have them here. In Sydney I used to have a rooster – but he used to call at 5am and the neighbours were not very happy about that. What is something people would be surprised to know about you? I have planted trees at every place I have lived in – I have planted six trees at my house now – fig, lemon, olive, two passionfruit vines and a tree – I don’t know the name in English but my wife uses the leaves to make tea. It smells very good. Hobsons Bay council is hosting a free three-hour workshop, including lunch, about how to grow your own fruit and vegetables at home. It is from 10am-1pm at Laverton Community Hub. Register with Suzette at srodoreda@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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CONSIDER THE SAUCE Kenny Weir is not one to horse around about burgers… Based on its proximity to Flemington racecourse and location on Racecourse Road, this flashy new burger joint – right opposite the Doutta Galla pub – has enthusiastically embraced a theme based around horse racing. From the name and onwards, it’s all very horsey. There’s garish, internal neon signs proclaiming “feeling lucky?” and “burgers so good you’d put your house on”. The burgers themselves sport the names of famous steeds of the past. And the staff are all wearing T-shirts telling you they’re stewards – just in case you miss the drift. It all seems a bit, well, lame to me – but then, I’m in no way a fan of horse racing. The lack of subtlety doesn’t stop with the repeated racing motifs – the place is bright and loud, the music overbearingly so. But I’m probably not in the focus demographic for such a place. It’s been open just a little while and has been busy the whole time, Uber bags by the dozen heading out the door from day one. They’ve even had to hang up the “sold out” sign on occasion. We do the burgers and sides routine with happy results. The Phar Lap ($11) is one step up from the basic cheeseburger (the Saintly, $8). Phar Lap tastes fine with its 120g patty, cheese, Straight Six sauce, pickles, onion, lettuce and tomato.
STRAIGHT SIX Address: 336 Racecourse Road, Flemington Phone: 9376 2333 But it’s made for those of medium appetite only – it’s gone in a flash. If you’re wanting something with more heft, go for the Think Big ($14). The double 100g patties, double cheese, excellent bacon, spicy Straight Six sauce, jalapenos and onion combine to create a beaut burger. A small serve of beer-battered onion rings is generous for the $4 asking price. They’re well cooked, but oh-so-verydecadently rich … more like beer-battered batter than onion rings. They’re good, though, if that’s your thing. The chips – a small serve for $4 – are also a fine deal. Perhaps it’s all about – or much about – timing and location. And perhaps pizzazz, too. A year or so ago, a burger enterprise arose further along Racecourse Road, folding quietly after a few months having made no impression whatsoever. Straight Six, by comparison, has been an instant hit. Kenny Weir is the founder of Consider the Sauce, the definitive guide to eating in Melbourne’s western suburbs – www.considerthesauce.net
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Sunday, May 7 Joe Neptune is the project of highly accomplished songwriters Nick Vorrath and Jarrad Brown. From 7pm, free. 223 Barkly Street, Footscray
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Sunday, May 7 Way Out West Roots Music Club will host the first gig at its new home, featuring Todd Hart who has toured extensively as lead vocalist with Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Fame band Savoy Brown. From 2pm, $15 ($10 WOW members) 4 Market Street, Newport
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Saturday, June 3 One of Australia’s biggest pop stars of the ‘60s, Normie Rowe will perform with his band, the Playboys. Tickets from $30. From 6.30pm. Bookings, 9315 0855. Wilga Avenue, Altona
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In 1881, the people of Coranderrk Aboriginal Reserve went head-to-head with the Aboriginal Protection Board. ILBIJERRI Theatre’s acclaimed production, Coranderrk, at FCAC May 26-27, pays tribute to the resilience of people who rose to the challenge despite the odds, appropriating the power of the written word to make their own voices loud and clear. ■ footscrayarts.com/event/coranderrk
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Returning to Highpoint shopping centre for a second year, event series Architects of Beauty (May 11-14) will see beauty thought leaders share insights, lessons and tricks of the trade through a series of masterclasses and interactive presentations. ■ www.highpoint.com.au
Shaping Champions
Join some of Melbourne’s best entrepreneurs and researchers to explore how sport technology can help bodies reach peak performance, 6-7.30pm Wednesday May 3 at VU Footscray Park, Building P.
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Fete fun
Come dressed as your favourite superhero or princess and join Altona Kindergarten for its fete on May 20 from 10am-3pm. Fun art activities, jumping castle, face painting, ponies (11am-1.30pm), interactive native animal and reptile display. ■ Marelize, 0408 353 036
To enter, click on the WIN tab at www. starweekly.com.au and follow the prompts. Entries close at 11.59pm on Sunday, May 7 and will be drawn the next day at 380 City Road, Southbank, 3006. Entrants must be over 18 years old and reside in Victoria. See our Competition Terms & Conditions for more details. All winners will be contacted direct by the prize supplier within seven days of the winners being drawn.
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Help Victoria Police Footscray understand how they can develop social cohesion and bridge cultures among young people in Footscray. Meet 11.30am-2pm Saturday, May 6, at the New Hope Foundation Community Centre, 30A Pickett Street, Footscray, barbecue lunch supplied. Altona Green Primary School is hosting high tea to celebrate Mother’s Day, from 11.30am-1pm on May 12. Details: ■ 9360 0777
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Are you retired or semi-retired and would like to interact with like-minded people? Probus Club of Williamstown invites men and women to its meetings on the first Tuesday of each month, starting 9.45am at
Footscray portraits
The Hobsons Bay Men’s Shed Motoring Group will show its cars from 10am-3pm on May 7 at 280 Queen Street, Altona. Bring and show your classic/custom car or
Local artists Michael Weldon and Patrick Francis have joined forces to present portraits of Footscray’s diverse characters. Two views will run until May 19 at VU at MetroWest, 138 Nicholson St Footscray.
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Soak up the variety of island style Oahu is home to much more than Waikiki’s ‘Gold Coast’, as Alexandra Laskie discovers. Thousands of travellers land at Honolulu and make a beeline for Waikiki to shack-up at a hotel for their entire Hawaiian sojourn. Considering the cost of hiring a car and, for Australian tourists, the mental hurdle of driving on the right-hand-side of the road, this approach makes sense. But to fall in love with diamond-shaped Oahu, Hawaii’s third largest island and home to the state capitol, Honolulu, you need a car. And the popular choice among holidaymakers appears to be a sexy, convertible Ford Mustang. Maybe it’s got to do with the “When in Rome” philosophy. Whatever it is, they dominate Honolulu airport’s hire carpark and they really are a lot of fun. Getting around the city is relatively easy, outside of evening peak hours. But be warned, rush hour traffic in Honolulu is the third worst in the US, according to locals. The Kalanianaole Highway takes drivers from Waikiki to the island’s beautiful beaches along the south-east coast. Within half an hour you’ll arrive at Sandy Beach, with its shore dumpers, turquoise waters and food trucks serving ahi poke – diced fresh tuna sashimi on rice with “special sauce”. Hanauma Bay is nearby. It’s incredibly popular with tourists owing to its photogenic crescent-shaped bay, first glimpsed from high above on a cliff. But you have to get there early to secure a car spot, because once the carpark is full, the beach is closed to fresh tourists for the rest of the day.
environmental studies and education programs. Beaches farther along the coastline are just as beautiful, albeit without the reef. A trip to the island wouldn’t be complete without checking out North Shore, known for
For years it was one of the most visited beaches in Hawaii, but it became a victim of its own beauty. The reef’s deterioration finally led authorities to intervene, first with a smoking ban in 1995 and then, in 1997, a visitor fee was introduced to pay for beach maintenance,
its laid-back vibe and massive swells only the likes of Kelly Slater can conquer. To get there from Waikiki, head towards Pearl City (H1), then take the H2, and then follow the signs towards Haleiwa, North Shore’s shopping hub.
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Opposite page: Gorgeous Hanauma Bay has long been popular with tourists. (Alexandra Laskie)
This page: Surfjack Hotel boasts dishes from in-house restaurant Mahina & Sun’s, classic 1960s design and North Shore surf culture. (Pictures: supplied)
This little town is lined with plantation-era timber buildings painted in bright colours. It’s a good stop for lunch – people line up for a plate of garlic and butter-sautéed shrimp from trucks packed on the south side of the town, or for a shave ice at Matsumoto’s.
To see the swells, keep heading north to the famed Banzai Pipeline, or “Pipeline” to locals, where the average wave is about three metres. Turtle Bay Resort has a reputation as one of Oahu’s best hotels. It sits on prime real estate, with direct access to bay and surf beaches.
There are two golf courses on site, two pools, tennis courts and six restaurants. If you want to wake up listening to the sounds of gentle waves, book a beach cottage. The only obstacles between you and the sand will be a few scattered palm trees and hammocks.
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Waikiki’s “Gold Coast” feel may not appeal to everyone, but the neighbourhood has the widest range of options when it comes to hotels, eating out and shopping. One of the newest additions to the hotel scene in Waikiki is Surfjack Hotel. It’s housed in a 1960s Modernist building that has been refurbished and incorporates the best design elements of the era and North Shore beach culture. You won’t find it along Waikiki’s bustling beach strip, but a few blocks back in sleepy Lewers Street. It provides a welcome respite from the hordes of tourists. Whoever designed the pool had Instagram in mind. Mosaic tiles spell out, “Wish you were here” – surely a photo many guests have snapped from their balconies and sent to someone back home. One of the island’s best-loved chefs, Ed Kenney, heads the in-house restaurant Mahina & Sun’s, which serves inventive dishes such as skipjack tuna risotto using locally sourced and organic produce. Mr Kenny’s three other Honolulu establishments have almost taken over an intersection in Kaimuki, a sleepy residential neighbourhood a 10-minute drive from Waikiki. He’s made this spot a great place to come for breakfast (Kaimuki Suprette) or dinner (Mud Hen Water or Town). His style of food celebrates local Hawaiian cuisine. If dining at Mud Hen Water, the poi is a must. It’s made by pounding baked and fermented taro root until it turns into a watery paste. It’s a staple of most Hawaiian diets and is often eaten with rice. Rumour has it that the Obama family has purchased a holiday house on the island. If it’s good enough for a former president, it should be good enough for the rest of us.
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SEDDON 15 Bellairs Avenue, 3011 Sweeney Yarraville: 9687 8388 Auction: May 6 at noon
Auction: May 6 at 11.30am
Price: $750,000 – $800,000
On one of Newport’s most popular streets, close to parkland and with a cottage-style facade so many seek out, this property easily combines modern convenience with low-maintenance living. The interior reflects the tastes of a modern family with chocolate hardwood flooring and a renovated 2pac kitchen with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, double oven and stone benchtops. All three bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, one with a refurbished original fireplace, the main with a contemporary en suite. The main bathroom is stunning and a comfortable lounge room has sliding doors which open to a decked back porch. The backyard has a good-sized lawn, landscaping, a garden shed and a kid’s play area. The house has ducted heating and air-conditioning and there is a watering system, water tank and off-street parking for two cars.
In a pretty pocket of Seddon, nestled in between other shopfronts, this two-bedroom property is a stone’s throw from Seddon station and might be the opportunity you’ve been looking for. This re-imagined shopfront has been transformed into a house, with workable living spaces, two bedrooms and a study (or possible third bedroom) and a generous kitchen. A good-sized courtyard with rear access opens up a multitude of possibilities. Close to all there is to love about the area, with cafes, restaurants and the like a five-minute walk away, this is a fantastic opportunity to enter the Seddon market.
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WILLIAMSTOWN 15 Bird Court, 3016 15 Bird Court, Williamstown READY FOR A HIGH FLYING LIFESTYLE?
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Every thing about this sensational home impresses – live and entertain in 2 formal and casual areas and cook up a storm in the stunning kitchen. Accommodation is plentiful with 4 robed bedrooms, 5th bedroom/attic and spa ensuite. There’s also a loads of extras and double garage. Adding to the appeal is a short stroll to Jawbone Reserve and water plus shops, schools and transport all close by.
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This house commands attention with its grand facade and neatly presented gardens giving it impressive kerb appeal. When you enter, see over-height downlit ceilings, and formal living spaces – a lounge room to the left and dining room to the right. Bulkhead detailing, plush carpeting and plantation shutters emphasise the warm mood. The modern kitchen has plenty of bench and cupboard space, and is finished in white and brown tones. The tiled family-meals area looks out to a neat paved courtyard, big enough to comfortably fit a table. Inside, there are four fitted bedrooms with plantation shutters upstairs, including the main bathroom and main bedroom with a spa en suite. The third-storey attic room can be used as a studio, office or fifth bedroom. Set opposite parkland, this property is close to shops, schools and transport, as well as Jawbone Reserve. With a double garage.
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NEWPORT 195 Blackshaws Road, 3015 RT Edgar Williamstown: 9399 9888
Price: $800,000 – $880,000
Blackshaws Road has gone through a metamorphosis. New builds line the road from start to finish, possibly due to its proximity to Newport Lakes and Newport’s town centre. The 1950s era shopping strips are now tenanted by artists, cafes and restaurants. Newport’s popularity has left no street untouched by the march of culture. This property is a perfect example of the new face of this well-known road. It’s in the middle of it all and is sleek and modern. Large white high-gloss tiles have been chosen throughout to provide a sense of space and the striking white-on-white decor
Auction: May 13 at 12.30pm
feels almost futuristic. The outdoor spaces bring nature back, creating a balance that is understated and low-maintenance living personified. As you enter, the first of two living rooms in this clever floor plan is to your left, followed by the main bedroom which has its own private and functional mini-courtyard. There’s a walk-through wardrobe that leads to the en suite. French doors in the bedroom open out to the courtyard space, giving it a sanctuary feel. Two further carpeted bedrooms follow, both with built-in wardrobes. A family-style laundry, bright central
bathroom and a powder room are off to the right. Immediately before the main living room at the rear of the property there is a contemporary study space with a custom-made desk that receives plenty of natural light. Through to the open-plan kitchen/ family-meals space and the kitchen has stone benchtops, stainless-steel appliances and plenty of storage. It overlooks the inviting second living room that is flanked by dual courtyard spaces which adds to the sense of spaciousness. By creating the main outdoor space to
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the side of the property, the builders have used every square-inch of the block. This property is a study in modernism. Executed well, modernism thrives. Here is an example where it works well, where there is no waste and where clean lines make way for an easy life. With evaporative cooling, ducted heating, split-systems, water tank, a single remote-controlled garage and off-street parking for a second car, all of the essentials have been taken care of. Quality finishes are the perfect end note. Samantha Freestone 27 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ MAY 3, 2017
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14 Breadalbane Place
IDEAL FAMILY LIVING • A family residence on a grand scale, located in the exclusivity of the Williamstown Junction Estate • Comprises three bedrooms, plus a study or fourth bedroom, including a generous sized master with walk-in-robe and ensuite • The newly renovated kitchen is sure to impress and complements the large open living spaces • The separate study and stylish formal dining room create even more space and the mezzanine landing on the second level creates a lovely feel • A two car garage accessed via right-off way at the rear f• Fe F atures include; ducted heating, airr conditioning, security system and a rseparate laundry • An exceptional location… Stroll to Newport’s vibrant hub, cafes, trains and schools, plus moments to neighbouring Williamstown, with the beach and foreshore walkways
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Williamstown
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2/47 Power Street
THERE IS PLENTY OF POWER IN THIS PROPERTY • This charming home is located in a quiet street, in a sought-aft f er location ft with no active body corporate • Within walking distance to Williamstown North Tr T ain Station, cafes, restaurants, Childcare Centre’s and Williamstown North Primary School • Recently refurbished with two generous sized bedrooms and open-plan living • Private courtyard, off ffff f-street parking with a single lock-up garage • Fe F atures include; floating floorboards, carpeted bedrooms, split system cooling and ducted heating throughout • The perfect investment or downsizer
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Williamstown
4 Laverton Street
A LOCATION TO LOVE • Meticulously maintained over the years, this charming, double front Victorian home off f ers an exciting opportunity for one lucky ff k buyer ky • Situated in true South Williamstown, enj n oy the lifestyle that comes with nj being just moments from the beach and Botanic Gardens • Move straight in and enj n oy the home as is or plan for future modernisation, nj currently consisting of three generous bedrooms, a central bathroom, an open-plan kitchen, dining and living, plus a separate sunroom • Lovely period features throughout are further complemented by a sunny, north-facing allotment with rear laneway access providing off ffff f-street parking for one car • In a tightly held, tree-lined street, within strolling distance of the train station, local schools and Williamstown Hospital, get in quick to secure this wonderful home
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Williamstown
60 Merrett Drive
STUNNING FAMILY LIVING • Beautiful family home, nestled in the sought-aft f er Rifle Range Estate, only ft moments to the bay, parks, transport, schools and the Jawbone Reserve wetlands • On a generous allotment of approximately 556sqm, this stunning home is perfect for the growing or established family • Step inside and be immediately impressed by the quality Stonehaven build and the amount of space on off f er, ff r with up to three separate living areas r, • Expansive outdoor decking that is perfect for entertaining, plus a double garage, ducted heating, evaporative cooling and a solid low-maintenance brick exterior, r adds further to the appeal of this magnificent home r, • Inspection will absolutely delight!
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PARK LIVING AT ITS BEST! • No expense has been spared with this well-designed home • Great living zones downstairs that open out to a private and sunny courtyard with retractable roof, larger than average bedrooms upstairs with a spacious balcony to take in the peaceful views of Edwards Reserve • Fe F atures include; zoned refrigerated cooling, ducted heating, ceiling fans, dishwasher, r polished flooring throughout, stone benchtops, built-in r, entertainment and home offi f ce units, plus a single lock-up garage with an ffi extra car space in front • Located around the corner from Ve V rnon Street shops, plus close to some great schools, Kindergartens and Childcare Centre’s
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Altona North
3 Fourth Avenue
FAMILY HOME ON A LARGE ALLOTMENT • Solid home on approximately 557sqm of land • Set in a quiet street, opposite WJ Irwin Reserve with play equipment • Built in 1974, this three bedroom, one bathroom home is great as is or there are several options for the future • Fe F atures include; ducted heating and cooling, light and bright kitchen and living areas, high and private front fence with roller gate, plus a side drive for several cars • Proposed plans available upon request
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83 Elizabeth Street
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33 Anzac Crescent
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The Ultimate Newport Development Site (STCA)
The luxury of single storey living in a wonderful bayside location!
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Land size: 21.3m x 50.2m (1070m2 approx) Ideal for multi-unit development or your dream home, STCA 3 way access - street, side and rear laneways Comfortable existing 3-bedroom bright family home Huge backyard offering plenty of space for growing family Investors note - current rent $1690pcm Enjoy everything Newport has to offer & only 15 mins from CBD
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Land size: 15.2 x 35.1 (536m²) approx. Sun filled and surrounded by beautiful gardens At the rear open plan living/dining with OFP Fully fitted family size kitchen 3 Double bedrooms (main WIR & ensuite) Sunny north facing rear yard & outside entertaining area Side driveway to double garage & 3rd car space
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Saturday 6th May 12pm $1,750,000-$1,850,000 Sat 11.30am-12.00pm 1-3 Douglas Pde, Williamstown. 03 9399 9111 Dean Stanley 0403 372 922; Barry Seignior 0425 850 607
Saturday 20th May 12pm $1,800,000-$1,900,000 Sat 11.00am-11.30am 1-3 Douglas Pde, Williamstown. 9399 9111 Wayne Sweeney 0410 697 398; Ruby Sweeney 0425 791 050
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WILLIAMSTOWN 51A Dover Rd
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This beautifully built home feats dual living areas downstairs with an open plan kitchen & dining room opening to an alfresco undercover area with access to a huge dbl garage from the rear laneway. Comp: entrance, 3 bdrms with B.I.R’s, central bthrm, laundry & pwdr room, kitchen with SS apps inc DW, lounge room, kitchen & meals area overlooking the rear garden area. Feats: split systems heating & cooling thruout, timber flrbrds, vegetable garden, rear decking, & DLUG. Located only a few mins walk to shops & 1 block to The Strand, & close to schools & PT.
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PRICE $POA AUCTION Saturday 27th May 1:30PM VIEW Thursday 6:00 - 6:30PM Saturday 1:00 - 1:30PM AGENT Anthony Gunn M 0409 377 449
Pre-purchase release offering open-plan living inc. Bosch app kitchen, master-suite with ensuite & WIR, auto-garage plus carspace. Each of these 3 bdrm, 2.5 bthrm homes have the option of a grnd-flr master suite, a sep study, central or rear position. Each home feats ducted heating & cooling plus ceiling fans, alarm, video-intercom, & a 2000L tank. Kitchen feat Stone bench tops, fully-tiled bthrms & floored with Tasmanian Oak & carpets will feat throughout. To be set in landscaped surrounds, each home will feat a courtyard with a covered outdoor area for entertaining.
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49 Ferguson Street, Williamstown VIC 3016 P 03 9397 5555
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7 Garnet St
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Big Developers Block in Great Location. Calling all developers, we have on offer a nicely elevated block that is big and wide with a heap of potential. Approx dimensions: 882sqm (21.94m x 40.23m). Close to Buckley Street/Rosehill Road buses, parks, renowned primary and secondary schools, easy access to local cafes/shopping precincts.
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This showpiece home offers solid hardwood Tasmanian oak floorboards, 10 foot ceilings, dbl glazed windows & solid timber doors are just the beginning. The grnd floor accomm 2 living areas & 4th bdrm/study. The Kitchen/Dining/Family room integrates with the fully decked/landscaped alfresco area. On 2nd lv l l; Master with WIR, ensuite & balcony. Add 2 bdrms have BIRs & are serviced by a central bthrm. Other feats inc. stone bench tops thruout, 6 sep split system units, & gas log FP. A short walk to: the parks, schools, PT, shops, cafes, short drive to Williamstown Beach & CBD.
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Surround Yo Y urself in Luxury, in a Great Location. This meticulously built home is in the premier part of the Range Estate. Opposite a park, playground and bike track, the position cannot be faulted with marvellous water views. Walk to the beach, the lifesavers, the Botanical gardens, Williamstown High or the local primary school. This wonderful family home has four bedrooms (master with en suite), main bathroom and separate powder room to suit the large living rooms upstairs. Open plan living/dining with generous family kitchen with Blanco appliances & stone bench tops and a more private living room for those sophisticated moments. Hardwood floors and quality carpet compliment the cosy atmosphere. Ye Y ar round comfort is supplied by zoned ducted heating & cooling. Further features include a security camera system that connects to smart TV and alarm, music system & ducted vacuum. The Living areas and master bedroom are serviced with a balcony or porch and the entry has a private landscaped internal patio. There are many more features and an inspection is a must.
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Raine Horne Williamstown 9397 6167 38 Ferguson Street, Williamstown
2/170 Cecil Street, WILLIAMSTOWN Don't Blink. You'll Miss Your Chance 2A 1B 2C
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We all know just how challenging it is for home owners and investors alike to acquire a property in those highly coveted, perfect locations. Affordable opportunities just don’t seem to come along that often. So, it’s with great delight that we present this low maintenance double storey brick home on it’s own, separate title with back yard and side drive to garage all part of a very neat package. This enviable location places you in arguably the very best spot for life surrounded by Williamstown shops, restaurants, cafes, Nelson Place, boating clubs, schools and transport. This rare gem is all ready for you to move in and enjoy as well as allowing for kitchen and bathroom upgrades to suit your individual taste. This is an truly an exceptional chance for you to grab a slice of Williamstown lifestyle heaven.
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Saturday 13th of May 12.30pm Saturday 6th May 11.15am - 11.45am Sunday 7th May 12.15pm - 12.45pm
Agent Rosemary Jamonts 0405 535 434 Nathan Smith 0400 843 331 Price
Auction Reserve Price $860,000
183 Stephen Street, YARRAVILLE You Can See The Future 3A 2B 0C
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No super natural powers needed here to recognise the golden opportunity to get a foothold in the Yarraville market. Live in absolute comfort and enjoy the hard work ploughed into the original renovation and extension whilst pondering what might come next to further enhance a great investment choice. Lots of the bases are covered with two bathrooms, two living rooms and a great blend of the original and the traditional. Out back there’s a great value add by opening up the vehicle access via the right of way. Enjoy lovely outdoor spaces that connect you to the indoors and the sun filled casual living zone. There’s no looking back on this one. Just check in and enjoy life in fabulous Yarraville whilst keeping your eye on a profitable future.
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Saturday 20th May 12.30pm Saturday 6th May at 12.45pm - 1.15pm Sunday 7th May at 1.45pm - 2.15pm
Agent Rosemary Jamonts 0405 535 434 Nathan Smith 0400 843 331 Price
Auction Reserve Price $945,000
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14 Vernon Street South Kingsville
Decades Of Success, With Huge Scope Ahead Offered for the first time since it was built decades ago, this triple fronted post war home suggests scope for renovation or re-development, STCA, on a corner site measuring in excess of 700sqm of prime inner-west land. The enduring character of its three bedroom spaces, including a bright living room and separate kitchen/meals area, is complemented by the garden’s exceptional depth, width only moments from Edwards Reserve, Vernon Street village, the Hudsons Road cafÊ hub and Spotswood station.
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Saturday 20th May 12:00pm $950,000 - $1,045,000 Saturday 1:15-1:45pm Sunday 12:00-12:30pm Terry Fitzpatrick 0422 971 667 Anna Grech 0438 446 051 1/66 Douglas Parade, Williamstown 9393 1600 35 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ MAY 3, 2017
56 Severn Street Yarraville
The Appeal Of The Address, The Promise Of The Allotment For over 80 years this classical four bedroom Edwardian has made a major contribution to the same family’s story in an address that’s only moments from Cruickshank Park. In addition, this particular position provides a superb view along High Street that stretches all the way to the CBD skyline! Such a great setting accompanies a home where an immediate readiness for renovation is matched by rewarding possibilities for re-development, STCA, on some 400m2.
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Saturday 27th May 11:00am Contact Agent Saturday 11:00 - 11:30am Sunday 12:45 - 1:15pm Nathan Gleeson 0409 556 584 Terry Fitzpatrick 0422 971 667 1/66 Douglas Parade, Willamstown 9393 1600
22 Marigold Avenue Altona North
Family Ideals Or Development Ideas Rewarding from a family perspective, equally enticing if development ideas are appealing, STCA, this recently re-painted three bedroom home’s generous living room, spacious dining room, separate kitchen/ meals and renovated bathroom lead to a north facing rear garden of exceptional depth and width. A four car garage emphasizes the scope offered by an allotment of some 651.4m2 close to Altona Gate Shopping Centre, local schools, community facilities and freeway access. Only two owners, in excellent condition – totally tempting!
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Saturday 13th May 10:30am $850,000 - $890,000 Saturday 11:45-12:15pm Sunday 11:15-11:45am Anna Grech 0438 446 051 1/66 Douglas Parade, Williamstown 9393 1600
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60 Rosala Avenue Altona North
Potential On A Spectacular Scale An allotment measuring some 1140m2, currently accompanied by three single level units, creates a significant opportunity for development, STCA, in a location complemented by the ease with which parks, schools, Altona Gate shopping and the city can be reached. Access from dual frontages complements straightforward scope for refurbishment or full scale potential for multi dwelling development, STCA. The options offered by this landmark site are richly rewarding, whichever approach is adopted.
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Saturday 20th May 10:30am $900,000 - $950,000 Saturday 12:30 - 1:00pm Sunday 10:30 - 11:00am Anna Grech 0438 446 051 1/66 Douglas Parade, Williamstown 9393 1600
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AUCTION SATURDAY
Williamstown 44 Electra Street
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A Stunning Surprise Of Style And Space
BER $1,800,000 - $1,980,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 6th May at 12.30pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 0422 093 068 Shannon Bushnell --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 44electrastreetwilliamstown.com.au
The first impression of LAVENDER LODGE fits the profile of a superb, free-standing single fronted Victorian. Explore beyond the traditional elegance of the façade and a fabulous four bedroom, two bathroom family residence is revealed against a garden backdrop of spectacular beauty and depth! Downstairs spaces including a north-facing kitchen, inviting dining area and substantial living room flow to a huge deck and the leafy privacy of the garden. A study space, sky-lit retreat, heating, cooling and the significant advantage of off street parking for two cars add to the attraction on one of Williamstown´s most picturesque and perfectly convenient tree lined streets.
Altona Williamstown Yarraville
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Altona 14 Emu Avenue The Finest Family Thinking All the finest elements of contemporary family design are combined throughout this landmark four bedroom home. A refined lounge and a light-filled study lead to superb living and dining areas, a Caesarstone kitchen with a full butler´s pantry and the alfresco elegance of a under-cover decking, inviting rear lawns, bluestone pavers and a solar heated pool. Upstairs, a substantial children´s zone is surrounded by the most alluring accommodation. A double garage and a flexible separate work-shop created so that it functions with equal success as an entertaining pavilion, play room or huge home office put this desirably positioned property even further into a class of its own.
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BER $1,500,000 - $1,600,000 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 20th May at 12.30pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Saturday 1.30 - 2.00pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Shannon Bushnell 0422 093 068 Julian Montebello 0406 883 980 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 14emuavenuealtona.com.au
Altona 196 Blyth Street For Families, Nothing Could Be Finer Sometimes, but rarely, you find a residence that has it all, that ticks every box, that leaves you wanting nothing more except to own it and enjoy it. This is that home! Its impressive external lines capture spaces that create ideal environs for family life and for entertaining, including generous living and dining areas accompanied by a contemporary Caesar-stone kitchen and a sunny breakfast/ casual meals zone. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms arranged over two luxurious levels are complemented upstairs by a substantial lounge with its own wet bar and views over a stunning rear garden where a superb deck precedes the inviting solar/gas heated pool. Beyond, a light-filled pavilion with a bathroom, kitchen and sauna, offers fabulous flexibility as a gym and retreat, additional self-contained family accommodation, the ultimate home office or perhaps an Air BnB asset. What could be better?
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BER $1,400,000 - $1,500,000 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 13th May at 12.30pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Wednesday 5.30 - 6.00pm Saturday 12.30 - 1.00pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Julian Montebello 0406 883 980 Bob Dymalovski 0413 777 446 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 196blythstreetaltona.com.au Altona Williamstown Yarraville
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Newport 11 Margaret Street Beauty At Its Best And Brightest The opportunity to capture a contemporary residence where quality and comfort have so obviously been the driving force behind the design is complemented by a location that plays its part by providing exceptional lifestyle appeal. Introduced by precise, pleasing lines, the downstairs domain is all about luxury and light as a huge north-facing living/dining area and a sophisticated openplan kitchen with fabulous, fashionable black granite surfaces flow to a refined landscaped rear courtyard. The alluring main bedroom, with walk-in robes, a sparkling ensuite and beautiful balcony shares the upstairs level with two further bedrooms and a bathroom fully tiled and flawlessly presented. Heating, cooling, gas instantaneous hot water, solar panels and a secure garage. The Circle moments away, Newport Lakes even closer and schools can be walked to with ease.
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BER $800,000 - $880,000 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 13th May at 10.30am -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Wednesday 5.00 - 5.30pm Saturday 10.45 - 11.15am -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 11margaretstreetnewport.com.au
Spotswood 14 Robb Street A Victorian With Modern Verve Beautifully renovated so that modern appeal complements its classical period character, this three bedroom home’s indoor-outdoor focus makes the most of an irresistible rear garden. Spotted gum floorboards, a working open fireplace and a well designed kitchen featuring Miele appliances and a central island bench accompany inviting living/dining areas before bi-fold doors reveal the garden’s return verandah and landscaped allure. A separate study and the bathroom’s modern excellence enhance the accommodation while hydronic heating and evaporative cooling guarantee constant comfort. Walk to Spotswood Primary School and the station, enjoy Hudsons Road’s cafes and appreciate parkland from this exceptional inner city setting.
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BER $850,000 - $900,000 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 13th May at 12.30pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Saturday 2.30 - 3.00pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Shannon Bushnell 0422 093 068 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 14robbstreetspotswood.com.au Altona Williamstown Yarraville
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Newport 17 Gordon Street The Template For Townhouse Success Elegance and excellence come together with memorable style throughout this superb dual level residence. Northern light from an inviting decked courtyard is a constant companion to scintillating living and dining areas, while a separate study with its own deck access further enhances elite downstairs dimensions. Above, the refinement of a light-filled main bedroom featuring a sunny balcony, walk-in robes and a glamorous black-and-white ensuite is matched by two additional bedrooms, each with built-in robes, sharing a central bathroom. Heating, cooling, gas instantaneous hot water service, solar panels, downstairs laundry, powder-room and secure garage enhance a home where quality has clearly been the priority.
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BER $850,000 - $900,000 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 13th May at 10.00am -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Wednesday 5.00 - 5.30pm Saturday 10.45 - 11.15am -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------0414 239 986 Leigh Melbourne Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 17gordonstreetnewport.com.au
Williamstown 10 Crofton Drive Every Imaginable Advantage Immediately adjacent to Jawbone Reserve and the bay, further enhanced by its northerly rear aspect, this distinctive five bedroom, three bathroom family residence´s superb spaces match the desirability of its setting. Impressive formal entertaining areas lead to generous everyday living/dining dimensions accompanied by a granite kitchen featuring a beautifully equipped butler´s pantry while the landscaped garden delivers sunny privacy, outdoor dining and a gas heated spa. A refined upstairs lounge and an irresistible reader´s retreat overlook a fabulous terrace - with the bay providing a sublime backdrop. 3kw solar panels and a substantial double garage are amongst this exceptional home´s extra assets. Enjoy!
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BER $1,800,000 - $1,980,000 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 13th May at 11.30am -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Wednesday 5.45 - 6.15pm Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------0414 239 986 Leigh Melbourne Shannon Bushnell 0422 093 068 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 10croftondrivewilliamstown.com.au Altona Williamstown Yarraville
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Brooklyn 2/15 Conifer Avenue Individual Excellence, One Of Only Six
Altona North 83 Second Avenue 3
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BER $520,000 - $570,000 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Dual level where oak floors and Auction Sat 13th May at 11.30am impressive proportions complement ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Saturday 10.00 - 10.30am a bright living room leading to a ---------------------------------------------------------------------------separate dining space and kitchen. Jacob Davis 0433 208 312 The main bedroom´s walk-in robes Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------and fully-tiled ensuite conveys a Web 2/15coniferavenuebrooklyn.com.au quality characteristic of two further bedrooms and central bathroom.
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Price Contact Agent ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Choosing the option to renovate or Auction Sat 6th May at 11.30am develop, STCA, will both deliver a ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am significantly rewarding future for this Inspect ---------------------------------------------------------------------------tempting property. Three bedrooms, Vince Caramia 0405 122 925 kitchen/meals overlooking north Dean Caramia 0431 601 399 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------westerly rear garden, central Web 83secondavenuealtonanorth.com.au bathroom and separate laundry - the future is up to you!
Yarraville 26 Buninyong Street ‘LYNDOCK’ The period appeal of this beautiful Edwardian begins with its traditional double fronted facade matched by three inviting bedrooms and two bright modern bathrooms that surround a charming central living room. To the rear, immaculate stainless steel appliances and a great garden view complement a kitchen/dining area that opens to pergola entertaining of idyllic proportions. These indoor and outdoor spaces, rich in comfort and character right now, are hugely enhanced by the depth of a north westerly rear garden that delivers private lawns, a secure garage and additional parking via a wide right-of-way. These dimensions, and a location that’s two minutes walk from the village, the station and Beaton Reserve, create rewarding circumstances for further extending, STCA, to establish a spectacular family home! Land Size approx 389m2.
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Price Contact Agent -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 20th May at 11.30am -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 26buninyongstreetyarraville.com.au Altona Williamstown Yarraville
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Footscray 47 Shepherd Street Winning Ways In Footscray Footscray’s past, present and future appeal is perfectly captured by this elegant free standing Victorian. Three principal bedrooms beneath high ceilings with BIRs, updated family bathroom and a separate formal lounge. Modern open plan kitchen and meals area. This is the way to win in Footscray!
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Newport 5/11-15 Basil Street 3
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BER $700,000 - $770,000 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 13th May at 1.30pm ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Wednesday 5.15 - 5.45pm Saturday 12.15 - 12.45pm ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Simon Eighteen 0411 472 608 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Web 47shepherdstreetfootscray.com.au
Modern Easy Living This beautiful townhouse offers a unique opportunity for easy care living. Comprising a spacious living area, open plan dining & kitchen, 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite & WIR, generous courtyard, remote garage, heating & cooling & alarm.
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1 Petina Way Sunshine West
14 Arthur Street Braybrook
Complete The Dream!
Something Really Special!
• Existing large double storey brick veneer home at lockup stage, to be sold as is without building permit • Complete the dream with a little care & imagination • Floor plan offers: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & a double garage • Positioned on a corner allotment, approx 353m2 • Situated in ‘The Avenue’ estate
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Auction Sat 13th May at 12 noon Inspect By Appointment Agent David Falcone 0413 116 717 Map Ref 40 B2
• 3 bedrooms • Lounge room • Appealing kitchen adjoining meals area • Huge rumpus/family room with air conditioner & built-in bar • Bright central bathroom • Front verandah perfect for entertaining • Land size approx 557m2, development potential (STCA)
Auction Sat 20th May at 12 noon Inspect Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pm Agent David Falcone 0413 116 717 Map Ref 41 B2
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61 Clayton Street Sunshine North
27 Plymouth Close Sunshine North
21 Tudor Road Sunshine North
4/2 Smart Street Sunshine West
Redevelop Or Refurbish!
Something Special!
Home Sweet Home!
Calling All Unit Buyers!
• Two large bedrooms • Lounge room • Kitchen with meals area • Sunroom & bathroom • Future development site (STCA) • Land size approx 612m2
• 3 bedrooms • Lounge room • Neat kitchen adjoining meals area • Bright appealing bathroom • Large brick garage with remote door • Close to shops, schools, public transport also excellent access to the Western Ring Road For Sale Inspect Saturday 10.45 - 11.15am Agent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097 Map Ref 26 H4
• Three bedrooms • Lounge room • Open plan kitchen & meals area • Bright central bathroom • Brilliant location, close to schools, shops, public transport & the Western Ring Road
• 2 bedrooms, both with BIR’s • Lounge room • Kitchen adjoining meals area • Central bathroom • Car space • Located approximately 1 kilometre to shops, schools & public transport
For Sale Inspect By Appointment Agent Sang Do 0419 935 955 Map Ref 26 H7
For Sale Inspect Saturday 10.00 - 10.30am Agent David Falcone 0413 116 717 Map Ref 26 H4
For Sale Inspect Saturday 10.00 - 10.30am Agent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097 Map Ref 26 F7
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1 Rooke Court Sunshine West
7 The Mews Sunshine West
7 McGregor Court Sunshine West
Attention All Developers & Builders!
Huge 990m2 Allotment!
Boasts Comfort, Luxury & Space!
18 Suspension Street Ardeer Investors Take Note!
• Three bedrooms • Lounge room • Neat kitchen adjoining meals area • Single garage • Future development site (STCA) • Land size is approx 660m2 • Close to schools, shops & transport For Sale Inspect By Appointment Agent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097 Map Ref 40 K1
• 3 bedrooms • Study area • Lounge room • Recently renovated kitchen adjoining meals area • Separate dining/family room • Large rumpus room with built-in bar • Bright central bathroom • Massive 4 car brick garage For Sale Inspect By Appointment Agent David Falcone 0413 116 717 Map Ref 41 B1
• Four bedrooms • Master bedroom with spa ensuite & WIR • Lounge room • Separate dining room • Kitchen with open plan living area • Double garage • Large pergola with timber decking For Sale Inspect Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pm Agent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097 Map Ref 40 K1
• Two bedrooms • Lounge room • Neat kitchen with dining area • Steel garage • Development site (STCA) • Land size is 600m2 (approx) • Close to schools, shops & transport For Sale Inspect By Appointment Agent Sang Do 0419 935 955 Map Ref 26 C11
Sold 1 Hinkler Street Braybrook
6/2 Techno Park Drive Williamstown
Large Corner Block!
Commercial Industrial Office Space!
Business For Sale - Milk Bar!
Business For Sale – Pizza Kebab!
• 3 bedrooms • Lounge room • Recently renovated kitchen adjoining meals area • Sunroom/study area • Bright central bathroom • Double in-length garage with remote door For Sale Inspect By Appointment Agent David Falcone 0413 116 717 Map Ref 41 B1
• Large sized staff room • Recently renovated kitchen • Large updated central bathroom • One car park space
• Taking: $19,000 per week • Rent: $2,600 plus GST per calendar month • Lease: 5x5x5 • Includes two bedroom home
• Taking $5,000 per week • Rent $2,800 plus gst per calendar month • Lease 3x3 • Two bedroom home
For Sale Inspect By Appointment Agent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097 Map Ref 55 D7
For Sale Inspect By Appointment Agent Fred (Fatih) Fanoscu 0419 384 097 Map Ref 40 C1
For Sale Inspect By Appointment Agent Sang Do 0419 935 955 Map Ref 40 C5
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Arbee Real Estate
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Brand new, in a premium pocket, this superb light-filled residence reflects a perfectionist’s total commitment to quality.
Auction Inspect Saturday 13th May Saturday 6th May 12.30pm 1 - 1.30pm
Contact Chris Le 0429 68 68 68 Marcus Fregonese 0432 732 495
“Rocktop” 21 Acres with Panoramic Views! Brick veneer Home of 3 bedrooms, study, Lounge, kitchen, bathroom, laundry, WC. Fully enclosed verandas. Double garage, sundry shedding. 8.429 Ha (20.84 acres) approx. Lifestyle block with a mixture of natural fauna and pasture. Stunning views across the Werribee Vale valley.
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CONTACT Daryl Gould - 0409 233 157 OFFICE Arbee - 03 5367 2333 140 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh
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174 Queen Street Altona Give yourself every chance of future success by acting upon this opportunity to secure a family home with stunning seaside views and bursting with potential. It’s a wonderful opportunity to move your family straight and finish what’s already been started — that being, a vision to transform this stately two-storey residence into a fashionable seaside sanctuary. Set on a sizeable 810sqm (approx.) allotment just a block from popular shops and cafes in rapidly gentrifying Altona, an opportunity also exists to develop (STCA).
AUCTION Saturday 27th May at 12:30pm VIEW Saturday 6th May from 11:15am - 11:45am | PRICE Contact Agent Joanne Royston 0402 996 622 | Shelley Sansby 0432 674 817
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In accordance with Sections 127 and 129 of the Local Government Act 1989 (â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Actâ&#x20AC;?), the Council of the City of Maribyrnong (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Councilâ&#x20AC;?) hereby gives public notice that: 1. It has prepared its budget (â&#x20AC;&#x153;the budgetâ&#x20AC;?) for the financial year commencing 1 July 2017 and ending 30 June 2018 (â&#x20AC;&#x153;the financial yearâ&#x20AC;?) and its Strategic Resource Plan 2017-2021. 2. It intends to adopt the 2017/2018 municipal budget at a meeting of the Council to be held in the Council Chambers, Maribyrnong Council Offices, corner of Napier and Hyde Streets, Footscray, on Tuesday 20 June, 2017 at 6.30pm. 3. In respect of the budget as prepared by the Council, the following information is given: Borrowings: a. The projected amount borrowed by the Council, as at 30 June 2017 is nil. b. The total amount proposed to be borrowed by the Council during the financial year is nil. c. The total amount projected to be redeemed during the financial year is nil. d. The projected total amount of borrowings as at 30 June 2018 is nil. e. The projected cost of servicing the borrowings is nil. Rate Assessment: f. The Council proposes to declare and levy general rates to be raised by the application of a uniform rate to be 6.582197 cents in the dollar, calculated on the Net Annual Value (NAV) of all rateable properties. The number of rateable properties assessed for the financial year will be 39,595. g. There will be no municipal charge. h. There will be no garbage or environmental charge. i. There will be no service charge. HAVE A QUESTION ON THE BUDGET? JOIN US FOR A LIVE FACEBOOK Q&A Council will also host a live Q&A on the Proposed Budget 2017/2018 via Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page on Wednesday 3 May 2017 at 6.30-8.30pm. This opportunity enables residents to ask questions about the proposed 2017/2018 Council Budget. CEO Stephen Wall and Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Executive Team will be available to provide live responses to questions. Participants are encouraged to review the proposed Council Budget to prepare questions at www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au A person may make a submission on the Proposed Budget 2017/18 including the 2017-2021 Strategic Resource Plan in accordance with submission details below. DRAFT COUNCIL PLAN 2017-21 In accordance with Sections 125 of the Act, Council hereby gives public notice that it has released its Draft Council Plan 2017-21 (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Planâ&#x20AC;?) for comment. The Plan sets out Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strategic direction for the next four years. In accordance with Section 125 of the Local Government Act 1989 Council is required to develop a Council Plan and submit a copy to the Minister for Local Government. MUNICIPAL PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELLBEING PLAN Council has chosen to meet its requirements under the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 by considering health and wellbeing matters in its Council Plan. A person may make a submission on the Draft Council Plan 2017-21 in accordance with submission details below. MAYORAL AND COUNCILLOR ALLOWANCES In accordance with Section 74 of the Act, Council hereby gives public notice of its intention to set the Mayoral allowance at $76,521 per annum and the Councillor allowance at $24,730 per annum, plus an amount equivalent to the superannuation guarantee (currently 9.5%). A person may make a submission on the review of Mayoral and Councillor Allowances in accordance with submission details below. SUBMISSIONS In accordance with Sections 74, 125, 129 and 223 of the Act, members of the public are invited to make written submissions to the: s 0ROPOSED "UDGET AND THE 3TRATEGIC 2ESOURCE 0LAN 2017-2021; s #OUNCIL 0LAN AND s -AYORAL AND #OUNCILLOR !LLOWANCES Submissions made in accordance with Section 223 of the Act are not confidential and will be incorporated in full (including all personal information, unless indicated otherwise) in the agenda and minutes of the Council Meeting at which they are considered and will be available on Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website as part of the relevant agenda and minutes of the meeting. Written submissions must be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Maribyrnong City Council, PO Box 58 Footscray 3011, and will be received until 5pm on 25 May 2017. Written submissions may also be hand delivered to Maribyrnong City Council, Corner Hyde and Napier Streets (61 Napier Street), Footscray 3011 or via email to email@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au. Any person making a submission is entitled to state in the submission that he or she wishes to appear in person or to be represented by a person specified in the submission, at a meeting to be held at Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Municipal Offices, Corner Hyde and Napier Streets, Footscray on Tuesday 30 May 2017 commencing at 6.30pm. Copies of the Proposed Budget 2017/18 including the 2017-2021 Strategic Resource Plan, including information prescribed by Regulation 9 of the Local Government (Planning & Reporting) Regulations 2014, and the Draft Council Plan 2017-21 are available for inspection until 5pm on 25 May 2017, at: Maribyrnong Council Offices, corner of Napier and Hyde Streets, Footscray Footscray Library, 58 Paisley Street, Footscray West Footscray Library 539 Barkly St West Footscray Yarraville Library, 32 Wembley Ave, Kingsville Maribyrnong Library, 200 Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong Maribyrnong Community Centre, 9 Randall Street, Maribyrnong Maidstone Community Centre, 21 Yardley Street, Maidstone Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au For more information, please contact Customer Service on 9688 0200 or enquire in person at the Maribyrnong Council Offices. Stephen Wall CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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Records
60's, 70's, 80's and jazz records. Will come to your place. Good prices. No classical. Ring Len 9749 5261 or 0434 253 428.
Clearing Sales
VANOSHY PRE LOVED GOODS We buy and sell household items, if you are having clean out we pay cash for unwanted items in good quality condition. Ph: 9360 4190 or 0466 907 714
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Garage Sales
MOVING SALE HOPPERS CROSSING 218 Derrimut Road, Saturday 6th May May, 9am-2pm. General household goods, tools, furniture, bric-abrac and lots more. Everything must go.
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Dancing
SPINNING WHEEL DANCE. Ring Carol 040 35 4445. Learn Rumba, Waltz, Cha Cha at Iramoo CC, 84 Honour Avenue, Wyndham Vale. Back again on Tuesday May 2 at 1.30 pm. Come and have fun.
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CLEANING/IRONING
Honest and reliable lady. Over 35 years experience. Hourly rate. Call after 6pm 8742 4464.
Just Simply Cleaning
Cleaning, ironing, windows, lawns. 7 days in all areas. Call 0435 110 221. justsimplycleaning.weebly.com
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Massage Therapists
ASIAN MASSAGE 10am-8pm, 7 days per week, 2c, 100 Furlong Road, Cairnlea. 0425 414 418.
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BODY in Bliss. 60/90 mins Swedish & Relaxation Massage. Male Asian masseur in West Footscray. Zacci @ 0422 011 592. FULL BODY RELAXATION MASSAGE. Werribee area. 10am-8pm 7 days. 0433 360 821. By appointment only. LADANAPHATRA Thai Massage. Taste of real Thai massage. Lot 9, 25 Panamax Road, Ravenhall. 7 days. Phone 0452 660 575. MASSAGE Altona, 11am-11pm. 7 Days. Private house, Hammond St. Appt only. New prices. Phone/text 0434 581 971.
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HOME BASED INCOME Earn more money, more time, $0-$10K plus with a simple part time opportunity. 0402 031 395.
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Hospitality
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A full time additional team member is required for our Portable Generator Production. Our western suburbs company provides a friendly environment and the position offers a variety of duties. We are looking for those who are mechanically minded, with on the job experience with hand tools and able to work within a team. If you have an enthusiastic work ethic, and are willing to help others, please send resume in to:
Dianne 0417 129 040
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PART TIME CANVASSER
PRODUCTION ASSEMBLER
Panel Beater/ Spray Painter/ Mechanic
Must be fully qualified. P/T or F /T. Western suburbs. Modern shop. Ph: 9369 9594
Required to work full time
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SPORT Falcons falter as they search for right mix only playing a half by the Netball Victoria. Tahnysha Salanoa didn’t play after being part of the Victorian under-19 team at the national championships. “It was costly not having Steph,” Lind said. “She’s not a contracted player with Vixens, but they only allowed her to play a half which was really disappointing. “We played Steph in the first quarter and started well. We should have left her on and played out the first half and really built a lead.” With limited goalers, the Falcons introduced Sri Lankan Tharjini Sivalingam who arrived in the country the previous week. Sivalingam, at 208cm tall, is known as the world’s tallest netballer. Lind had hoped to play her in division 1 for a few weeks to allow her to settle into the Australian style of netball, but instead she was exposed in the championship division.
“We had to run Kath [Knott] at goal attack with Jini and Kath’s not a goal attack,” Lind said. “The girls really haven’t trained with Jini and don’t know how she leads and likes the ball. Molly [Jovic] and Emily [Post] were learning how to feed her. “Once we work that out she’ll be a major threat. “We ended up putting Maggie [Lind] into goal attack. That worked better as they’d played together on the Saturday.” Sivalingam shot 20 from 21 attempts in two quarters on court. By the time Puopolo returned the court in the last quarter, the damage had been done for the Falcons. It wasn’t all bad on the opening night of the season for the Falcons, with the division 1 team and under-19 sides both having wins against the Lightning. Tara Murray
Ready to make an impact By Tara Murray At 208 centimetres tall, Tharjini Sivalingam makes an impact every time she steps onto the netball court. Sri Lanka’s greatest netballer is now hoping to shoot goals both on and off the court with her new side City West Falcons. The Falcons unveiled their newest recruit in the opening round of the Victorian Netball League season. Falcons coach Marg Lind said Sivalingam was a talented player who deserved the opportunity to play in Australia. She said life hadn’t been easy for Sivalingam, who is known as the world’s tallest netballer. “It’s a long story, but she’s really suffered because of her height. “When she was younger she used to get harassed because of her height. Some people in Sri Lanka still laugh at her.” Sivalingam comes to the Falcons after her former coach Thilaka Jinadasa was talking to Lind and Falcons assistant coach Nicole Richardson at a netball tournament. “We got told about her and Thilaka thought she was wasting her time playing in Sri Lanka,” Lind said. “I sent an email and it went from there and we managed to get her out to play for us this year.” Lind said the main focus of the Falcons was to get Sivalingam to be able to play at the next level. West Coast Fever, which plays in the Suncorp Super Netball, has endorsed Sivalingam’s trip to Australia. If the Fever need a tall shooter this season, she’ll be considered. Richardson, who is also an assistant coach at the Fever, is her specialist coach. “The goal is to get her as good as possible to go to the next level,” Lind said. “This gives her the opportunity to be exposed to the Australian style and give her an opportunity.” Lind said Sivalingam being at the Falcons wouldn’t just benefit her, but also the club. Sivalingam played for the Sri Lankan national team for 10 years, including captaining the side. She was named best shooter at the 2011 World Netball Championships. In the pool games, Sri Lankan played eventual champions Australia. Political issues have meant that Sivalingam hasn’t been selected in the national team in recent years. She’d love to represent her country again. She’d also love to play in Australia’s top competition, Suncorp Super Netball. “Marg and Richo wanted me to come to the club [Falcons] and play. I’d like to get better so I said yes,” she said. 56 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ MAY 3, 2017
IN THE DOGHOUSE ■ The announcement that Werribee will field a stand-alone side in the VFL competition from next season was met with delight by a lot of dyed-in-the-wool Werribee fans. The Tigers have been linked to an AFL side since 2000 and for many supporters that has not been an easy pill to swallow. Werribee though has steadfastly stuck to wearing its own jumper, playing at its own ground (except this year due to the redevelopment) and sung its club song at every victory. The return to the big W jumpers a few seasons ago has further strengthened the Werribee identity. The club now has the challenge - and it is a big one - to match it with the AFL sides with no AFL players. The competition off field is equally challenging. Those locals who have pined for a return to the Werribee of old have got their wish. Now they, and everyone in the city of Wyndham, needs to embrace and support their local team 100 per cent. ■ The F&Y Socials Football Club was an FDFL powerhouse in its prime, winning four flags in five years before its demise at the end of the 1974 season. Funnily enough, the club is stronger now in recess than ever. Its annual reunion has grown over the past few years to include players and officials from other western suburbs clubs that are no longer in existence. F&Y boasts the likes of Peter Welsh, Ted Whitten Jnr, Ian Bryant and Barry Bennett among their alumni. The old boys can still tell a story or two and the day is a beauty for reminiscing about the good old days. Date is May 26th at Barkers Cafe, Whitten Oval from 12 noon. Bookings for the lunch with drinks at bar prices are available via Barry Bennett 0400 848 923 or thom_ben@optusnet.com.au ■ This Sunday Werribee will host a VFL game at Hogans Road Reserve, home of the Hoppers Crossing Warriors. The local connection has been strong between the two football clubs with current Warriors players Wayde Skipper, Ashlin Brown, Brent Sheean and Braden Ferrari ex-Werribee players, and senior coach Steve Kretiuk a former player and assistant coach at Avalon Airport Oval. The Hoppers-Werribee connection is probably best illustrated by Adam Taylor, a life member of both clubs. ‘Tails’ played over 100 games for Werribee and is a senior premiership player for the Warriors. The Werribee Past Players and Officials marquee on Sunday will be packed.
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Tharjini Sivalingam (centre) with City West Falcons coach Marg Lind and Nicole Richardson. (Damjan Janevski)
“I’ve always played netball and I enjoy making friendships. “It’s nice in Australia and there’s wonderful people.” It’s the second time Sivalingam has been to Australia having spent time in Perth in 2012. Lind said it’s disappointing that Sivalingam wasn’t given an opportunity to
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heat of the battle. The lead-by-example operator is both ferocious in his attack on the contest as an inside midfielder and committed to the defensive acts that are so valued in the modern game. “How I play my football is how I show my leadership best,” Hitch said. “I always put my best foot forward.” Hitch likes to get in and under the packs. His best work so far this season has been at the coal face, dishing out to the Jets runners by hand. The defensive side of his game has improved exponentially in the past two seasons. The Cairnlea resident has racked up a massive 26 tackles over the opening three rounds of the season. Hitch says a move to defence in his bottom-age year helped him strengthen his defence. “Torin said to me last season, if you want to get the most out of the season and play as many games as you can, we’re going to work on your defensive role and that’s something that I wanted to do as well,” Hitch said. “I started as a midfielder and have played
in the midfield pretty much my whole life, so playing defence was something I was a bit foreign to, but once I went through a lot of training and worked on it real hard, it’s something that has built up for me and I’m taking a bit of that mindset into the midfield as well. “I’m quite an inside player, I like to get a lot of my own footy, but if there is a tackling opportunity, I’ll always give it my best crack. “I get some high [tackle] numbers now, but I think that’s just because I’m trying to get around the ball as much as I can.” Hitch was part of Vic Metro’s extended squad. He played in the exhibition game but missed the final cut. “I got to know a lot of the boys throughout the competition, so it was a great experience. “Now I’m super focused on playing for the Jets this year. “I’m definitely looking forward to seeing how the season unfolds.” Lance Jenkinson
Woodsmen in the mix By Lance Jenkinson Like an old friend returning, Spotswood is setting the pace in Western Region Football League division 1. The Woodsmen moved a game clear at the top of the ladder after a 127-point thrashing of Albion away at JR Parsons Reserve on Saturday. Woodsmen coach Anthony Eames rated the performance up there with some of his side’s best this season. “I thought we worked the ball as well this week as we have in any game this year,” he said. The last time Spotswood sat on top of the standings was back in round six, 2015. Shrewd recruiting and the addition of coach Eames seem to have the Woodsmen back on track as contenders. Eames will hold fire on any kind of declaration of contention until the Woodsmen have faced all teams once. “We’ve played a couple of good outfits, so it’s a bit of a gauge of where we’re at,” Eames said. “We’ve still got a couple of the other good sides to come, so I guess by the halfway stage most clubs will realise where they’re at. “I think the top six or seven clubs can all beat each other at the moment.” If Spotswood produces the kind of football it did against Albion, it will be hard to stop. The Woodsmen moved the ball efficiently and directly, giving their forwards good chances to convert. They did not waste those chances, finishing with 28 goals from just 36 scoring shots. But it was the collective defensive effort that pleased Eames the most. “We were putting pretty good pressure on through the midfield,” he said. “That’s one of Albion’s strengths … they were getting the ball, but they were getting it wide in the forward line as opposed to down the corridor where it could make it a bit easier [to convert]. “I thought our pressure on their midfield limited their ability to get it inside 50.” In June last year, Spotswood key position player Lachlan Fairley was one of the competition’s hard luck stories. Fairley tore his ACL and faced up to 12 months on the sidelines – a timeline that would still have seen him on the sidelines. “It wasn’t quite the 12-month injury that was forecast and he made it that way,” Eames said. “He worked so hard to get himself into the position where he was right to go for round one.” Fairley’s football world turned full circle on Saturday when he booted nine goals for Spotswood. So important to the Woodsmen as a swingman, he made the most of his time up forward to be the prime target.
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“He presents hard as a forward, he’s a very good defender at the other end – so he’s an important player to us,” Eames said. Elliott Wood continued his good form in the Spotswood defence. He was named best-on-ground for his work in the back half. “Woody provides leadership and he managed the backline for us,” Eames said. “I thought our backline was terrific, but Woody was at the
forefront. I don’t think he got beaten in any contest.” Spotswood will host Wyndhamvale at McLean Reserve on Saturday. The Woodsmen do not need to be reminded of the threat posed by the underdog Falcons. “They certainly gave Spotty a good old touch up last year,” Eames said. “There’s a few boys very keen to avenge that.”
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Winning joy for Phoenix Altona East Phoenix have joined the winners’ list for the first time this season in Football Federation Victoria men’s state league 1. The Phoenix moved out of the bottom two on Saturday with a confidence boosting 2-1 win over Sydenham Park on the road at Keilor Lodge Reserve. At the forefront of the victory for the Phoenix was Goran Jozeljic, who scored two second-half goals. The Phoenix players will be hoping to keep up the momentum when they travel to North Sunshine Eagles on Saturday. Altona Magic remains the pacesetter in the division, though it was made to work hard for a 1-0 derby win over Yarraville Glory on Saturday night. Steven Thomson scored the game’s only goal after heading in a nicely weighted cross from John Stojcevski. The Magic is two points clear on top ahead of a trip to Westgate on Saturday. In men’s state league 2, Altona City quickly turned its attention to its upcoming rivalry game with Hoppers Crossing this Saturday night at Kin Reserve after disposing of Geelong Rangers 2-0 at Myers Reserve. City’s clashes with Hoppers Crossing are always the biggest games on the calendar for each club. This one will have extra significance as it will be a heavyweight first-versus-third clash. City, which sits third, will get no better chance to close the gap on Hoppers, which is a perfect five wins from five starts. City goes in with good form of their own after goals to captain Matthew Gray and Marcus Sherif secured the win over the Rangers. The misery continued for Melbourne City in men’s state league 3, slaughtered 8-1 by Heidelberg Stars at Cartledge Reserve. The story was not much better for Williamstown, which lost 5-0 to ladder-leader La Trobe University on the road. Altona North enjoyed a 4-1 win away to Melton Phoenix. Laverton Park minced Maribyrnong Greens 5-2, with Mayani Isdore leading the way with a double at Skinner Reserve, while Maidstone United had a tough time of it in a 4-0 loss to the mighty Deakin Ducks. Lance Jenkinson 57 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ MAY 3, 2017
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Old guard reunite to take Roosters to the next level A new era has arrived for the Altona Roosters in the NRL Victoria first grade. Some familiar faces are at the helm of the Roosters, who have gone back to the future to fill some of their most important positions. New president Brandon Taunoa was actually a former president of the club not too long ago, first-year head coach Turei Collier is a club life member and assistant coach Bush Koti was involved in the Roosters during their golden generation. One familiarity is that all three people understand the culture of the Roosters. They also know what it will take to get the club back to the top of Victorian rugby league, having been part of successful eras in the past. “I’m trying to get the Roosters back to the top,” Taunoa said. “It’s good to have Turei on board and his
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the Roosters. “It’s disappeared a bit in the last few years.” Altona has rebuilt its junior stocks in recent years, but they have been lagging behind some of the powerhouse clubs in first grade. The Roosters used to be the most feared club in the state at the top level, but that has waned in recent times. Taunoa believes Collier can lead the Roosters back to the top. He is also confident in the next wave of Roosters coming through. “He’s been around the Roosters since the 1990s,” Taunoa said. “He’s got the knowledge and will be a good person for the young ones to learn off. “He keeps everything pretty simple, nothing fancy, just stick to the basics really.” On the field, Altona has a rock steady leader in Justin Barnard, who has been a leader of the forward pack for a long time.
“He leads from the front,” Taunoa said. “He’s teaching these young players what the standards are.” Altona has made an impressive start to the new season, winning two of its first three games. The Roosters made it back to back wins in a 52-32 beating of the Northern Thunder at Bruce Comben Reserve. It followed on from a stunning 68-12 annihilation of North West Wolves a week prior, a game that was massive for the collective self-belief of the Roosters. Just how much the Roosters have improved will be revealed on Saturday, when they travel to Haines Drive Reserve to face reigning champions Werribee Bears. Lance Jenkinson
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Qamil Balla will put his undefeated record on the line. (Damjan Janevski)
Ready to take on world By Lance Jenkinson Western suburbs boxer Qamil Balla will put his undefeated record on the line when he squares off with WBA Oceania lightweight champion George Kambosos Jnr in a fight over 10 rounds at the Vodafone Events Centre in Auckland on Saturday night. Balla, nicknamed the Golden Boy, has 11 wins and a draw from his 12 fights, takes on Kambosos Jnr, who has a near identical record of 11 wins from 11 fights. It will be a mouth-watering semi main event to the Jeff Horn and Fernando Ferreira da Silva bout for the WBO Oriental welterweight title that will garner international attention on pay television. Balla, raised in Hoppers Crossing and trained at The Gym Yarraville, is so confident that he will get the better of Kambosos Jnr, he is already looking beyond the big fight. “It’s just an opportunity that it brings after I take this victory,” Balla said. “That’s what I’m really looking forward to because it’s going to put me in the spotlight. “I’ll be one of the biggest names in Australia 58 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ MAY 3, 2017
after I beat George because he’s got this high profile, he’s talked himself up.” Balla reckons the records of the two boxers are misleading. The 27-year-old from Altona North wants to expose Kambosos Jnr for what he calls a “padded” record. “My record speaks for itself more so than his,” Balla said. “He does do all the trash talking, but his one is way padded when you look into the fighters that he’s fought. “The only reputable win that he’s had is probably the last one that he fought and that was [Brandon] Ogilvie. “Other than that, it’s pretty well padded and I can’t wait to expose it.” Balla has predicted this fight will begin his ascent in the boxing world. He has put no ceiling on what he can achieve in the fight game with a world title his ultimate goal. “If I fight for a world title, then I will be bragging, but until then, I will just build my way up and this is going to take me there,” he said. Balla could not be better prepared to inflict a
first defeat on Kambosos Jnr. He says he did not want to roll out “the usual spiel” about having never trained harder for a fight in his life, but it’s true. “You’ll not only be able to see it May 6 on fight night, but during the weigh in, how much my body has changed and how ripped I am compared to my opponent,” Balla said. “It’s probably going to scare the pants off him before we actually get into the ring.” Balla, who is supported by wife Rabea and young children Nuri, two, and Mia, five months, is not only well placed physically, but he is mentally stronger than ever before. Entering the prime of his career at 27, he has enough experience in the ring to dictate terms and all the support he needs. In his corner is his brother Ibrahim, an Olympic boxer turned pro, and trainer Lim Jeka, a former Australian super welterweight champion. “I’ve pretty much graduated from the trade,” Balla said. “Now, being 27, I’m fit and strong and a fully fledged man, I’m ready to take this all the way to the world title. “I’ve got no doubts about this in my mind.”
Williamstown was overrun in the second half by a fast finishing Box Hill Hawks to lose by 28 points in the Victorian Football League at Burbank Oval on Sunday. The Seagulls had the upper hand at half time, holding a 17-point lead, but their wastefulness in front of goal in the first half kept the Hawks in the game. A scoreless third term, followed by a wayward 1.5 in the fourth, consigned the Seagulls to their second loss in three games to start the season and left them in unfamiliar territory outside the top eight. Half back Jake Greiser, onballer Michael Gibbons and forward Ben Cavarra were the standouts for Williamstown, while Cavarra, Arryn Siposs and Leigh Masters, in his 100th game, kicked two goals each. Williamstown will be looking to snap a two-game losing run when it hosts Coburg Lions at Burbank Oval on Sunday. Meanwhile, Footscray ran riot to beat North Ballarat by 124 points at the Victoria University Whitten Oval on Friday night. The Bulldogs kicked 25 goals to five, including 17 in a second half blitz. Nathan Mullenger-McHugh, Declan Hamilton, Tory Dickson and Mitch Wallis kicked three goals apiece for Footscray. The returns from injury of Dickson and Wallis were pleasing for the Bulldogs. Wallis, who sustained a sickening broken leg last season, hit the ground running to produce a stunning best-on-ground performance. Shane Biggs and Lukas Webb also staked their claims for Western Bulldogs call-ups with strong outings. Footscray will host Richmond at Etihad Stadium on Saturday at 3.30pm in a curtain-raiser to the Western Bulldogs clash with the Richmond in the AFL. Meanwhile, VU Western Spurs will open its VFL Women’s season on the road on Saturday away to Cranbourne. Lance Jenkinson
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